Owner`s manual

6 Owner’s Manual
Voltmaster Centrifugal Trash Pumps
Refer to engine manufacturer’s documentation for additional
engine safety and operating information.
2.2.2 California Proposition 65
2.2.3 Spark arresters
IMPORTANT!
State and local safety codes specify that, in certain locations,
internal combustion engines that use hydrocarbon fuels must be
used with spark arresters.
A spark arrester is a device constructed of nonflammable materials
specifically for the purpose of removing and retaining carbon and
other flammable particles from the exhaust flow of an internal
combustion engine.
WARNING
Fire hazard.
A hot muffler can ignite flammable materials.
Keep area around muffler free of debris such as
leaves, paper, and cartons.
CAUTION
Risk of severe burn.
■ Do not touch the engine, exhaust pipes, or any
engine component until cool.
■ Do not remove radiator cap when engine is hot.
Contents are hot and under pressure.
WARNING
Health hazard.
Engine exhaust and some of its constituents are
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, and other reproductive harm.